Honor Society® member
Eric Wynn
- organizational leadership
- Class of 2026
- Murrieta, California
Member since August 2025
About
As a graduate student in a family of five with three children, I am pursuing my master’s degree as the first in my family to ever reach this milestone, carrying the weight of both personal pride and generational progress. Balancing the demands of being a full-time leader, manager, and assessor in the physical security, antiterrorism, and law enforcement fields, I approach each day with discipline, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to lead by example. This journey is not just about earning a degree, it’s about showing my children that perseverance, hard work, and dedication can break barriers and redefine what is possible for our family’s future.
Education
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Trident International University
leadership
2019 – 2023
Honors and awards
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The National Society Of Leadership and Success
The National Society of Leadership and Success helps members build leadership skills, achieve goals, and create positive change through training and community support.
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Southern New Hampshire University DEAN's LIST: Every single term session while at SNHU. (3 Terms)
At SNHU, the Dean’s List recognizes students who achieve a high GPA while completing a required minimum number of credits during a term.
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Manga Cum Laude (3.69 GPA), Trident International University
Magna Cum Laude at Trident International University signifies graduating with high honors, earned by achieving a 3.69 GPA.
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Navy/Marine Corps Commendation Medal (Civilian)
The Navy/Marine Corps Commendation Medal (Civilian) is an award recognizing exceptional service, achievements, or dedication by a civilian that significantly benefits the Navy or Marine Corps mission.
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Navy/Marine Corps Commendation Medal (Active Duty Military) - SIX Awards
The Navy/Marine Corps Commendation Medal (Active Duty Military) is awarded to service members who demonstrate outstanding achievement, meritorious service, or heroic acts that significantly contribute to the success of the Navy
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Navy/Marine Corps Achievement Medal (Active Duty Military) - SIX Awards
The Navy/Marine Corps Achievement Medal (Active Duty Military) is awarded to service members who demonstrate outstanding achievement, meritorious service, or heroic acts that significantly contribute to the success of the Navy
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National Semi-Finalist: “2021 Samuel J. Heyman Service to America Medal” Award
The DoD Semi-Finalist recognition for the 2021 Samuel J. Heyman Service to America Medal honors a Department of Defense employee whose exceptional contributions had a significant positive impact on the nation’s security, operations, or public service.
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Finalist - Edwin R. Connor “Excellence in Leadership” award, US Navy Large Installation Category – 2010
The Finalist recognition for the 2010 Edwin R. Connor “Excellence in Leadership” Award in the U.S. Navy Large Installation Category honors exceptional leadership, innovation, and dedication that significantly improved operations and mission success at a m
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Meritorious Civilian Service Medal Recipient - 2023
The Meritorious Civilian Service Medal, awarded in 2023, recognizes exceptional performance, leadership, and contributions that greatly advanced the mission and objectives of a Department of Defense organization.
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Naval Base Point Loma 2020 "Civilian of the Year"
The Naval Base Point Loma 2020 “Civilian of the Year” award recognizes exceptional performance, dedication, and contributions that significantly advanced the base’s mission and supported the Navy community.
Goals and interests
- Career goal
With 30 years of experience in the security field, my intended job path is to serve in a senior leadership role such as Director of Security or Chief Security Officer, where I can leverage my expertise in risk management, crisis response, physical security, and policy development to protect people, assets, and operations while mentoring the next generation of security professionals.
- Graduate school interests
My graduate school interests center on organizational leadership, ethical decision-making, and strategic management, with a focus on applying these skills to enhance security operations, strengthen team performance, and drive positive change in complex, high-stakes environments.
- Outside the classroom
Hobbies include doing anything with my family, collecting sports cards, and completing tasks at home that make the living atmosphere better.
Experience
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Department of Defense Anti-terrorism Officer
I bring 30 years of mission-focused leadership as a security specialist, with a proven track record in the U.S. Navy and Department of Defense. I have led global physical security programs, executed enterprise-wide risk assessments, and developed policies that safeguard personnel, infrastructure, and critical assets. I deliver results by aligning security strategies with business continuity goals, regulatory demands, and dynamic global threats. I’ve led cross-functional teams, directed complex security investigations, and influenced international stakeholders, consistently driving operational readiness in high-risk, high-stakes environments.
Aug 1995 – Aug 2025
Volunteering
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My volunteer work spans several meaningful roles, including serving in Alamos Elementary School’s Watch D.O.G.S. program to provide a positive male presence and promote safety on campus, assisting a 3rd grade teacher to support classroom learning and student engagement, coaching a U-10 soccer team to build teamwork, discipline, and confidence in young athletes, and participating in military community events to strengthen connections, boost morale, and give back to those who serve.
Alamos Elementary, Murrieta Youth Soccer League, and US Navy Community Relations (COMRELs)
Jun 2016 – Aug 2025
Languages
- English (US) Advanced
